Originally posted by: Brad Anderson The smart city began as a science fiction dream, but it’s very quickly becoming a reality . Municipal infrastructure, integrated with smart technology, will transform the aesthetics, utility, and sustainability of urban landscapes from here on out. To see a smart city in action, just look to Washington, D.C., which has embraced a top-down approach to smart city planning rather than try to innovate in just one neighborhood or problem area. Thinking of cities as interconnected spaces operating holistically is one of the hallmarks of smart city planning. Embracing new modes of transportation is a key priority for smart cities. For instance, Atlanta recently passed legislation requiring certain new construction to include charging stations for electric vehicles. Supporting this underlying infrastructure will allow clean, efficient vehicles (and driverless cars) to take over urban travel. But if the c...